Stereographoscope

Maker

Rowsell

Location

London

Date

Circa 1864

Dimensions

English

Metric

Magnifier Diameter

5.2in

132mm

Eye Lens Separation

3.0in

75mm

Base Length

16in

405mm

Base Width

9.5in

240mm

Height (collapsed)

3.7in

95mm

Height (open)

21in

530mm

Description

This Rosewood stereographoscope doubles as a stereo viewer and magnifier. Two lenses are used to view standard stereo cards. The large lens slides on hinged brass arms and can be positioned in place of the stereo viewer to be used as a magnifier. The stereo cards are placed on an ornate hinged holder with a frosted glass backing. This slides on a rail to adjust object distance. The upper section is attached to the base by rear hinges and its inclination can be adjusted with an ornate supporting arm placed in various notches in the base. In its compact form, the magnifier lens folds into the base.

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